Ohio

Ohio's Public Records Act requires public offices to promptly prepare and make records available for inspection at all reasonable times during regular business hours.

A single comprehensive section requires meetings of public bodies to be open to the public with notice and minutes.

One of the larger and more sophisticated state systems. State Term Schedule covers extensive pre-competed contracts. Formal competitive bidding above $50,000 for goods, $25,000 for services. Strong small and minority business programs. Ohio Vendor Services portal.